MMA News
Rampage Jackson reveals the astronomical money he was paid for UFC 71 fight against Chuck Liddell
Cole Shelton - March 1, 2024
Rampage Jackson was paid a hefty amount for his UFC 71 title fight against Chuck Liddell. Jackson was fighting in just his second UFC fight, as the Las Vegas-based promotion bought his contract after he had one fight in WFA. In his promotional debut, he beat Marvin Eastman by KO to get a title shot against Liddell.
Khabib Nurmagomedov reveals UFC reached out to his manager about potential return at UFC 300
Cole Shelton - March 1, 2024
The UFC reportedly was interested in having Khabib Nurmagomedov return at UFC 300. UFC CEO Dana White had promised to make UFC 300 a historic card, and many fans wondered if the promotion would get someone back like they did for Brock Lesnar at UFC 200. Ultimately, that didn’t happen, but former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov revealed the promotion did reach out to his manager but he quickly shot it down as he confirmed he won’t fight again.
Former opponent advises Tony Ferguson to think about his future and retire from UFC: “Are you going to be able to still throw the ball with your kids?”
Harry Kettle - March 1, 2024
One of Tony Ferguson’s former opponents, Josh Thomson, has given his thoughts on the veteran’s future. For the longest time now, fans have been questioning why Tony Ferguson refuses to hang up the gloves. The 40-year-old has now lost seven on the bounce, and he’s picked up a lot of damage (alongside some injuries) in that time. It goes without saying that his supporters absolutely adore him, and that he holds a special place in the history books in mixed martial arts.
Sean O’Malley reacts after Ilia Topuria says he’s not interested in a super fight: “I’m the biggest fight for him”
Harry Kettle - March 1, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley has reacted to the idea that Ilia Topuria isn’t interested in fighting him. Following his win at UFC 298, Ilia Topuria has been a pretty popular guy. A plethora of fighters have been calling him out, with Sean O’Malley even throwing his name in the hat.
Dustin Poirier says UFC 299 bout with Benoit Saint Denis could be his last: “This is my 30th fight in the UFC. Every fight could be it”
Harry Kettle - March 1, 2024
UFC star Dustin Poirier has admitted that his upcoming collision with Benoit Saint Denis could prove to be his last fight. At UFC 299, Dustin Poirier will go head to head with Benoit Saint Denis. It serves as the biggest test in BSD’s career thus far, as he prepares to take on one of the all-time lightweight greats. ‘The Diamond’ will be defending his turf as the veteran, whereas Saint Denis wants to prove that his time has arrived.
OKTAGON's Akonne Wanliss ready to 'cook up a storm' in Tipsport Gamechanger
Zain Bando - February 29, 2024
OKTAGON’s Akonne Wanliss’ (7-2 MMA, 1-0-1 OKTAGON MMA) confidence is at an all-time high entering Saturday’s lightweight tilt against Sahil Siraj (9-2 MMA) at OKTAGON 54 in the opening round of the Tipsport Gamechanger. Wanliss sat with BJPenn.com ahead of his fight with Siraj to get a greater glimpse into his dedication to MMA. When he got the call, the Jamaican-born Wanliss did not pass up the opportunity to participate in the tournament.
Kamaru Usman admits it "stings" he didn't become a champ-champ in his UFC career
Cole Shelton - February 29, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman says it stings that he never became a champ-champ in his UFC career. Usman was a dominant champion at welterweight as he defended his title five times. However, he made it clear he wouldn’t go up to middleweight to chase champ-champ status due to his friend Israel Adesanya being the 185lbs champion. With that, it ruled out any chance of Usman holding two titles at the same time as many of the greats have done.
Robert Whittaker interested in fighting Sean Strickland on rumored Perth card: "I owe Australia a fight"
Cole Shelton - February 29, 2024
Robert Whittaker is interested in a matchup with Sean Strickland if he doesn’t get a title shot his next time out. Whittaker returned to the win column earlier this month with a hard-fought decision victory over Paulo Costa at UFC 298. It was a solid performance from the Aussie who is back in the title picture following the win.
Daniel Cormier responds to Nate Diaz b*tch remark: "What does that make him?"
Josh Evanoff - February 29, 2024
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier doesn’t appreciate Nate Diaz’s recent insult toward him. Earlier this week, the feud between ‘DC’ and the Stockton-based fighter began and it frankly came out of nowhere. On his YouTube channel, Daniel Cormier released a video discussing Nate Diaz’s potential return to the UFC. Last week, the former title challenger revealed plans to fight at the Las Vegas Sphere in September.
Jim Miller reflects on lengthy career ahead of UFC 300 return: "I've done it the right way"
Josh Evanoff - February 29, 2024
UFC lightweight contender Jim Miller has no regrets about the career that he’s had. The man to fans as ‘A-10’ is fast approaching his 41st birthday. Few expected, including Jim Miller himself, for the lightweight to still be fighting today. Given that his professional debut took place in 2005, it’s a miracle that he’s still active. However, Miller is doing more than just fighting in pointless contests.
Alexander Volkanovski breaks silence after UFC 298 loss to Ilia Topuria: "I'm gonna let my head rest"
Josh Evanoff - February 29, 2024
Former UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is going to take some time off. ‘The Great’ is fresh off his return earlier this month against Ilia Topuria. The featherweight champion was back for the first time since a knockout loss to Islam Makhachev in October, a short-notice bout for him. Unfortunately for Alexander Volkanovski, he suffered yet another stoppage loss against ‘El Matador’.
Robert Whittaker reveals he woke up on UFC 298 fight day with the flu: "There wasn't anything that was going to stop me"
Cole Shelton - February 29, 2024
Robert Whittaker reveals he woke up on UFC 298 fight day with the flu. Whittaker recently returned to the Octagon against Paulo Costa in an intriguing middleweight fight. It was a crucial fight for both of their careers, as Whittaker was coming off a TKO loss to Dricus Du Plessis so if he was going to remain a title contender he would need to beat Costa.
Henry Cejudo wants Dana White to pull Max Holloway from his fight with Justin Gaethje at UFC 300: “You will not be the same”
Susan Cox - February 29, 2024
Henry Cejudo wants Dana White to pull Max Holloway from his fight with Justin Gaethje at UFC 300. The historic UFC 300 will take place on Saturday, April 13th at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
Nate Diaz takes aim at Daniel Cormier over recent remarks about him headlining UFC 306 at The Sphere
Susan Cox - February 29, 2024
Nate Diaz has taken aim at Daniel Cormier following his recent remarks about him headlining UFC 306 at The Sphere. Diaz (21-13 MMA) parted ways with the UFC after a 27-fight run with the promotion.
Israel Adesanya recounts seeing Alex Pereira with what he believes were two beautiful “hookers” in Brazil: “He was getting some for to go”
Harry Kettle - February 29, 2024
Former UFC middleweight king Israel Adesanya has revealed a pretty interesting story regarding Alex Pereira. Right now, Alex Pereira is on top of the world. He is the UFC light heavyweight champion, and he’s set to headline UFC 300 against Jamahal Hill. The pieces are falling perfectly into place for him to cement his position as one of the best MMA fighters of all time. It’s crazy, too, when you consider how little time he’s spent in the sport.
Israel Adesanya confirms plans to rematch Sean Strickland after he “handles” Dricus Du Plessis: “It won’t take me that long”
Harry Kettle - February 29, 2024
Former UFC champion Israel Adesanya has confirmed his plans to rematch Sean Strickland if he gets past Dricus du Plessis. Right now, Israel Adesanya is enjoying some well-earned time off following an incredible championship run in the last few years. In his most recent outing, he went up against Sean Strickland, falling short in a decision defeat. He lost his UFC middleweight title in the process, with Sean going on to drop the belt to Dricus du Plessis.
Sean Strickland reacts to footage of Brendan Schaub flipping his truck: “Come hang out with me, I'll help you not be a pussy”
Harry Kettle - February 29, 2024
UFC star Sean Strickland has given his thoughts on Brendan Schaub flipping his truck recently. In the mixed martial arts community, it’s become a bit of a common trend to make fun of Brendan Schaub. Regardless of what he achieved in his career as a fighter, it’s his time as an analyst that has really piqued the interest of the masses. Either way, he often makes a lot of headlines, and he did so again this past week.
Reinier de Ridder, Anatoly Malykhin in pursuit of contrasting rewards at ONE 166: Qatar
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 29, 2024
Reinier de Ridder and Anatoly Malykhin carry distinct motivations heading into their epic rematch this Friday, March 1. The five-round clash for De Ridder’s ONE Middleweight MMA World Title happens in the main event of ONE 166: Qatar. It emanates live from the majestic Lusail Sports Arena.